Dear all, I am looking for a Postdoctoral Associate to work in my research laboratory in the Department of Microbiology, Cornell University.
This NSF-funded position is currently available for a highly motivated individual with expertise in bioinformatics as it relates to microbial ecology, evolution and biogeochemical processes. More details about this position are provided below. Sincerely, Esther Angert ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Postdoctoral Associate, Cornell University, Ithaca, New York The successful candidate will leverage data and assemblies generated from a microbial community sequencing project and integrate these metagenomic data with information collected from a petroleum hydrocarbon-contaminated aquifer that has been studied for more than 25 years. Opportunities for additional collaborative projects whose approaches and goals align with omics-augmented microbial ecology and evolution are also available. Required Qualifications: * Ph.D. in Microbiology, Computational Biology, Bioinformatics, Microbial Genomics, or a related field. * Demonstrated experience and a publication record in microbial ecology, computational biology or bioinformatics approaches to characterizing bacterial communities and populations. * Strong analytical and communication skills are essential as are experience with common bioinformatics methods, tools, websites and data resources. This is a full-time position. Support (salary and benefits) is available for up to 2 years; the initial appointment is for one year with the opportunity to extend pending performance. Please apply via Academic Jobs Online: https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/11524 (Click the “Apply" button at the top of the AJO page.) Qualified applicants should submit (1) a curriculum vitae, (2) a letter of interest providing, including a brief description of how this position relates to her/his career plans, and (3) the names and contact information of three references. The Department of Microbiology (micro.cornell.edu<http://micro.cornell.edu>) within the College of Agriculture and Life has eleven active research laboratories. It serves as the home department for the Graduate Field of Microbiology (with more than 40 affiliated faculty members). Research is focused on prokaryotic biology, environmental microbiology, and host-microbe interactions and includes specific expertise in molecular genetics, population genetics, gene regulation, genomics, microbial cell biology, bioremediation, symbionts, pathogens, and ecosystems. Cornell University is an innovative Ivy League university and a great place to work. Our inclusive community of scholars, students and staff impart an uncommon sense of larger purpose and contribute creative ideas to further the university's mission of teaching, discovery and engagement. Diversity and Inclusion are a part of Cornell University’s heritage. We are a recognized employer and educator valuing AA/EEO, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities.
